Girls Who Code Summer Immersion Program - Deadline: March 1st

Girls Who Code is a national nonprofit organization working to close the gender gap in the technology and engineering sectors.  Our Summer Immersion Program represents an innovative approach to computer science education, pairing 7 weeks of intensive instruction in robotics, web design, and mobile development with engaging, career-focused mentorship and exposure led by the industry’s top female entrepreneurs and engineers. The program is free and open to current 10th and 11th grade females.  

The deadline is approaching on March 1st, which only gives applicants about 2 weeks to fill out their application!

What is it?

The Girls Who Code Summer Immersion Program is a 7-week computer science course that embeds classrooms in technology companies and universities. Students learn the fundamentals of computer science - from robotics to how to build a webpage - while gaining exposure to the tech industry and mentorship from women working in technology.

Where is it?

Newark, NJ! But the program is also held in 18 other cities.

When is it?

The program runs Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm daily during the summer months. Specific dates are unique to the program location.  

How much does it cost?

The program is completely free for all participants. However, all students must provide their own transportation, to and from the program, every day. Transportation stipends will be made available for students with limited financial resources.

Who can apply?

Current high school sophomores and juniors, who have a US address and can commit to attending the full 7-week program in their respective location. No previous knowledge in computer science is required.

Why?

The U.S. Department of Labor projects that by 2020, there will be 1.4 million computer specialist job openings. Yet U.S. universities are expected to produce only enough qualified graduates to fill 29% of these jobs. Furthermore, women today represent 18% of all computer science graduates. In 1984, they represented 37%.

I would ask if you could share this incredible opportunity with female students in your school, as well as forward this email to any math, science, and computer science teachers, or any community members who can help spread the word. 

If you have any questions or interest in the program, do not hesitate to email me at catarina.dematos@girlswhocode.org, or check out the Girls Who Code Summer Immersion Program page: http://girlswhocode.com/programs/#section3.
Applications are now open for the summer of 2016!

Great Informational Article Link Below
Dare to Dream: Girls Who Code Graduate from Summer Immersion Program http://www.njit.edu/features/sceneandheard/girls-code-graduation.php via @NJIT